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Both Multnomah County and Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility say coal dust is likely to affect community health, but urge more research

The Toxics Disclosure for Healthy Kids Act, pushed by the Oregon Environmental Council, would require large manufacturers to report if 19 toxic chemicals are used in their children’s products, and then phase them out over five years

The House Health Committee approved a $1 million loan forgiveness plan for medical students dedicated to serving in rural areas

Oregon leverages money from its larger hospitals to get federal matching dollars for Medicaid, and the rate will go up to 5.32 percent to help fund a performance bonus pool for coordinated care organizations